He says everyone agrees on the need for reform, for an independent monitor, and for transparency.

“For the last 18 months, we have made fundamental changes as recently as on the use of force, which is part of a community process; as recently on community policing, which is part of a community process,” Emanuel said. “And we’re going to continue to make these changes and we need somebody from the outside to help us. The only question is whether you want it to be just an independent individual or you need also a judge from the federal court. And that’s the only question.”

Emanuel walked away as he was asked about partnering with a community group to enter into a consent decree.

Layoffs at Sears

Another 400 jobs gone at Sears, with the majority from corporate offices in suburban Hoffman Estates.

Sears says it's part of its “strategic restructuring” plan to save $1.25 billion.

CEO Edward Lampert said in a statement that in an “evolving and highly competitive retail environment” Sears must optimize its store footprint, and “operate as a leaner and simpler organization.”

Though Sears was once an innovative retail giant, it has struggled to keep pace with modern shopping habits.

The layoffs are a fraction of the company's total head count. Affected workers will receive severance pay. Open positions were eliminated first.